Christi Westman is a seasoned financial executive with extensive expertise in corporate accounting, financial management, and regulatory compliance. As Vice President and Controller at Gate City Bank, she oversees financial operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance while driving strategic growth initiatives. With a strong background in public and corporate accounting, including leadership roles at Titan Machinery, Caterpillar, Valspar, and Deloitte, Christi has a proven track record of optimizing financial reporting, managing audits, and leading high-performing teams. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), she combines technical expertise with strategic vision to enhance profitability and operational effectiveness. Dedicated to mentorship and industry leadership, she actively contributes to professional organizations and community initiatives, reinforcing her commitment to financial excellence and organizational success.

Theodore Roknich is a seasoned enterprise risk and audit executive with over 25 years of experience in financial services, specializing in risk management, internal audit, regulatory compliance, and financial controls. Throughout his career, he has built and led audit and risk management functions, ensuring compliance, strengthening governance, and mitigating financial and operational risks. As a trusted advisor to executive leadership and board committees, he has successfully developed risk management strategies, integrated data analytics into audit processes, and enhanced regulatory compliance frameworks. Currently serving as Enterprise Risk Manager at Horizon Bank, he continues to provide strategic oversight, aligning risk management with business objectives and regulatory expectations. His leadership and expertise have played a critical role in improving financial oversight, operational resilience, and governance within the institutions he has served.

Julie Peck is a seasoned executive with extensive expertise in financial, IT, and operational audit, as well as cybersecurity and enterprise risk management. With a distinguished career spanning Fortune 500 companies, a "Big 4" accounting firm, and global manufacturing and financial services organizations, she has consistently been selected to lead critical initiatives and drive transformation. Known for her strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and ability to build high-performing teams, Julie has played a pivotal role in strengthening internal controls, enhancing cybersecurity frameworks, and optimizing risk management programs. Her career includes leadership roles at Nouryon, Gardner Denver (now Ingersoll Rand), Johnson Controls, Fiserv, Deloitte & Touche, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. Julie holds an MBA from the University of Notre Dame, a BBA from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, and multiple professional certifications, including CPA, CISA, and CISSP.

Steven J. Shaffer is a seasoned finance executive with over 35 years of experience in the healthcare sector, specializing in healthcare financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic optimization. Known for his integrity, dedication, and patient leadership, Steven has a proven track record of driving financial success and organizational growth. His expertise spans across a wide range of healthcare areas, including hospital systems accounting, skilled nursing facilities, home health care, hospice management, and employee benefits, all underscored by a strong foundation in financial modeling and regulatory compliance. Steven’s strategic leadership has been instrumental in transforming organizations, from small startups to large publicly traded entities. He has successfully overseen budgeting and financial reporting for multi-million-dollar healthcare systems, negotiated complex vendor contracts, and managed treasury functions. His ability to streamline operations, reduce costs, and optimize revenue cycles has led to significant improvements in the financial health of the organizations he’s worked with. As a communicator, Steven excels at translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for boards, executives, and operational teams. His collaborative approach ensures that all stakeholders are aligned in pursuit of the organization’s financial goals. With a passion for mentoring and sharing his vast knowledge, Steven is a respected leader who continues to make a lasting impact in the healthcare finance field.